Italian Wedding Soup Recipe

Name: Italian Wedding Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; ½ cup breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese; ½ teaspoon basil; ½ teaspoon oregano; 1 pinch marjoram; 1 pinch sage; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 8 cups chicken broth; 4 cups spinach, chopped; 1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked; ⅓ cup carrot, finely sliced in rounds; ⅓ cup celery, finely chopped; 1 small onion, minced; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
2 eggs, slightly beaten
½ cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon basil
½ teaspoon oregano
1 pinch marjoram
1 pinch sage
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 cups chicken broth
4 cups spinach, chopped
1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
⅓ cup carrot, finely sliced in rounds
⅓ cup celery, finely chopped
1 small onion, minced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
parmesan cheese, grated

1
In a large bowl combine, meat, eggs, breadcrumbs, parmesan, and spices; shape into 3/4 inch balls.
2
Saute the meatballs in a dry frying pan until browned.
3
In large sauce pan, heat broth to boiling; stir in spinach, carrots, celery, onion and meatballs.
4
Reduce heat to medium-low.
5
Simmer for 10 minutes.
6
Return to boil, add pasta and garlic.
7
Cook at slow boil for 10 minutes or until orzo is tender.
8
Stir frequently to avoid sticking.
9
Serve with additional Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

1589

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

193

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 2 eggs, slightly beaten, ½ cup breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Italian Wedding Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Italian Wedding Soup

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